Milos

Milos is the most south-westerly island of the Cyclades, is of volcanic origin, has an area of 151 km2 and about 5000 inhabitants.

The island is still free from organized mass tourism (no high-rise buildings), but it is popular with Greek holiday makers. You reach Milos in small airplanes from Athens (1/2 h), by ferry (5-7 h, several departures a day in summer) or by catamaran (3 1/2 h).

The island, which has been inhabited since prehistoric times, has experienced many changes in the course of its history. Traces of its past can still be seen (ruins from pre-Christian times, catacombs, a Roman amphitheatre, and the famous Venus de Milo was found here!).

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Milos: beach at Agios Konstantinos

Milos beach: Plathiena

Milos' wealth is due to its mineral resources, which are still mined today. Its unique geological diversity is visible in the variety of its seventy or more beaches, not all of which are easily accessible however.